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Bozeman, Montana 59719
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308 S. Church COA Project Narrative
The goal of this project is to build a single-household dwelling on the back
portion of the lot described as: ROUSE 2nd ADD, S07, T02 S, R06 E, BLOCK E, LOT 3, & N2
LOT 4, PLAT C. Property address is 308 S. Church Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715.
Owners Jayson Gill and Lisa Laird currently reside at 308 S. Church Ave. and would like
to build another house on the lot along the alley.
The new single-household residence will have a 3 car garage and shop space on the
ground floor, along with a bathroom and laundry/mud room. The second floor consists
of two bedrooms, a kitchen, living room, and bathroom.
Parking requirements for both the existing two bedroom house currently on the lot (2
spaces), and for the new two bedroom house to be built (2 spaces), would be fulfilled by
the on street parking in front of the current house (1 space) combined with the new
garage (3 spaces), and additional stacked parking space in front of the garage. The
garage is configured to allow separate parking for each house.
Currently, the back end of the lot where the house is to be built is used for parking and
storage, and includes an old, unused garden area. The addition of the new dwelling will
be adhering to the city’s desire for urban infill, make the best use of the large 9090
square foot lot, and improve the character of the neighborhood with an attractive new
dwelling. The owners currently do not have a garage on the property, so it will allow
some space for protected parking and storage, as well as provide another downtown
single-household dwelling.
Historical Information
The historical inventory information for the existing residence notes that it is not a
historically significant structure. Adjacent properties, likewise, are not of historical
significance, and therefore not adversely affected by the introduction of a new
residence in this location.
The design and character of the new house is in keeping with the historical character of
the neighborhood. The overall design is less ornate than some along S. Church, but is
appropriate for its location along the alley and incorporates some of the architectural
features of the existing house. Materials used are similar to existing materials in the
neighborhood, and consistent with the newer approved homes recently constructed in
the neighborhood.
Existing Zoning, Site and Building Conditions, Adjacent Uses, Available Utilities
The lot at 308 S. Church Ave. is zoned R-2 and meets all lot area and width requirements
for building a second single-household dwelling on the lot. Street access has been
provided for the new house, as well as new city services from Church.
The lot is adjacent to a 4 plex apartment building (immediate neighboring lot to the
South), kitty corner to a duplex (corner lot south of E. Curtiss and east of S. Wallace),
and shares an alley with Magpie Guest House.
308 S. Church Supporting Comments
“I totally support you building something. I think it would improve the aesthetics of the alley.”
Ben Bain – 312 S. Church Ave.
“I think it would be great to have something nice back there, it’s kind of just a big mess right now.”
Molly Sternke – 312 S. Church Ave.
“It would be awesome for you guys to build a house back there. You’d finally have a garage, and a place
to store stuff. I think it would be a great use for that space that’s just sitting empty right now. Hopefully
you’ll get good renters!”
Brianna Farland – 322 S. Church Ave.
“We have no problem at all with you guys building a house back there.”
Suzie – 302 S. Church Ave.